1993 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 348 kg more than 1993 Infiniti Q45.
Because 1993 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Infiniti Q45 | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | Q45 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
